# Performing arts festivals in France

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/performing-arts-festivals-in-france
> Updated: 2026-09-24T09:15:08.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Various performing arts and comedy festivals are scheduled to take place across France during the autumn of 2026.

In September, the Festival du Rire in Le Pradet features performers such as Alexandre Pesle and Christophe Guybet. Concurrently, the La Route du Rire festival is set for Rennes and Saint-Malo, including a stand-up gala and a talent competition for future editions.

In October, the Bœuf Théâtre humor festival in Antibes will host six shows, including improvisation and musical comedy. Additionally, the Yvelines Théâtre festival will run from mid-October through November, offering 15 free spectacles across 50 communes, ranging from classical theatre to circus opera and puppetry.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-24: Theatre festivals scheduled for autumn 2026 in France

France will host several theatre festivals in autumn 2026, including the Yvelines Théâtre festival and the 49th Bœuf Théâtre in Antibes, featuring diverse comedy, music, and performing arts.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/theatre-festivals-scheduled-for-autumn-2026-in-france

### 2026-08-28: French comedy festivals announce upcoming lineups for September 2026

French comedy festivals, including Le Pradet's Festival du Rire and La Route du Rire in Rennes and Saint-Malo, have announced their upcoming lineups and schedules for September 2026.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/french-comedy-festivals-announce-upcoming-lineups-for-september-2026

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